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Established in 1930, the Hollis Country Store is a real, authentic country store in the rugged Ouachita Mountains north of Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas.

Old country store selling gas, soda pops, basic groceries, fishing and hunting supplies, and Arkansas's best bologna sandwiches.

06/04/2026

You Never Know What You'll Find Parked Outside the Hollis Country Store!

One Saturday it might be vintage Volkswagens. The next, a line of Jeeps, a couple of motorcycles, an old farm tractor, or folks traveling the scenic backroads of Arkansas in search of adventure. That's part of what makes a trip to Hollis so special — you never know who you'll meet or what will roll into the parking lot!

There's just so much to see and do here in the Ouachita Mountains, and we invite you to come spend a day with us this weekend and see what all the fuss is about. Whether you're exploring Scenic Highway 7, enjoying the mountain views, or just taking the long way home, we're the perfect place to stop and relax.

🥧 Enjoy a slice of homemade pie
🥪 Try one of our famous fried bologna sandwiches
☕ Visit with friendly folks on the front porch
📸 Snap a photo in front of our historic store that's been serving the community since 1930

A visit to Hollis Country Store is truly a one-of-a-kind Arkansas experience.

📍 Hollis, Arkansas - Halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain on Scenic Highway 7
🕙 Open Saturdays Only • 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Come see what shows up in the parking lot this Saturday — it just might be you!

06/03/2026

Learn to "Talk Like a Local" When You Visit Hollis Country...

One of the best parts of exploring rural Arkansas is learning the names of the places that make this area special. The challenge? Some of them aren't pronounced quite the way they look!

Here's a quick primer on how folks around here say some of our local place names:

📍 Fourche — Pronounced like "push," but with an F sound. Just pretend the "r" isn't there.

📍 Ouachita — "Wash-uh-tah"

📍 Petit Jean — "Petty Gene"

📍 Forked Mountain — Two syllables is key: "For-ked"

📍 Saline — "Suh-Leen"

📍 Casa — Usually "Kay-Suh," though some old-timers still call it "Casey"

📍 Oppelo — "Opp-uh-low"

📍 Solgohachia — "Saw-guh-hatch-ee"

📍 Satuma — "Suh-Too-Muh"

📍 Aplin — It looks simple, but we hear it mispronounced all the time. It's "App-Lynn," with the emphasis on "App"

📍 Adona — "Uh-Dough-Nuh"

📍 Perryville — Our county seat has two accepted local pronunciations. Some say it just as it's spelled: "Perry-ville." Others around the county say "Pair-Vul."

📍 Toad Suck & Ni**od — No special pronunciation lessons needed here! They're just two Arkansas place names that visitors always get a kick out of hearing.

With a little practice, you'll be talking like a local in no time!

What other Arkansas place names have you heard pronounced differently than you expected? Let us know in the comments!

🏪 The Hollis Country Store
Real. Authentic. Arkansas.
Since 1930.

Open on Saturdays only, 10 am - 5 pm
In Hollis, Arkansas - halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain on Scenic Highway 7

06/02/2026

Summer days in the Ouachita Mountains & Hollis Country… now THAT’S living!

We want to hear from y’all — what’s YOUR favorite summertime tradition in the Ouachitas?

💦 Taking a dip in one of our beautiful local swimming holes?
🎣 Casting a line in a mountain lake or winding stream?
🥾 Hitting a trail in the cool of the evening to catch a picture-perfect sunset?
🚗 Just taking the scenic drive and soaking in the beauty of these rugged old mountains?

Drop us a note below and tell us your favorite way to spend a summer day in the Ouachitas! ⬇️

And remember — the Hollis Country Store is your outfitter for mountain goodtimes all summer long! We’ve got snacks, cold drinks, fuel, supplies, and of course… Arkansas’s Best Fried Bologna Sandwiches & Homemade Pies waiting for you!

🕙 Open Saturdays Only | 10 AM – 5 PM
📍 Located on Scenic Highway 7, halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain — deep in the heart of the rugged Ouachita Mountains.

Come see us… and make a day of it. Shop small, shop local, and support your rural businesses! ❤️

06/01/2026

Front Porch Thoughts – There’s something special about old country stores...

Not just the sandwiches, the pie, the cold drinks, or the creaky floors… but what these places represent. In rural America, country stores have long been more than a stop along the road. They’ve been gathering places. Story-sharing places. Landmarks of community, hospitality, and everyday life.

And preserving that history matters.

It’s something we take seriously here at the Hollis Country Store — and we know we’re not alone.

Just last month, we took a week-long “country store tour” through Tennessee, and what a joy it was to visit so many wonderful old stores along the way. Each one had its own story… delightful owners… local traditions… and its own unique offerings. But what connected them all was something deeper: every one of them was doing its part to preserve and share this special piece of Rural Americana.

That’s what we’re trying to do here in Hollis, Arkansas, too.

To keep alive a place where neighbors gather, travelers feel welcome, traditions are remembered, and a simple country store still has a story worth telling.

In a fast-moving world, these places remind us to slow down a little… visit a while… and remember where we come from.

And if there’s one small thing we’d encourage this month ahead, it’s this: shop small, shop local, and don’t forget your rural businesses. These places matter. They help tell the story of small-town America — and every visit, every meal, every purchase helps keep these traditions, communities, and pieces of living history alive for the next generation.

From our little corner of the Ouachitas, we hope y’all have a wonderful week ahead — and thank you for helping keep this history and heritage alive with us.

The Hollis Country Store. Real, Authentic Arkansas. Since 1930.

Located on Scenic Highway 7 in the mountain hamlet of Hollis, Arkansas - halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain. Open on Saturdays only, 10 am 5 pm.

05/31/2026

What a wonderful weekend at the Hollis Country Store! ❤️

A big THANK YOU to everyone who made our old country store part of their weekend... We had folks stop in from all over - from our neighbors right here on the South Fourche to visitors from states far away (we think our cousins Clay & Karleen from Northern California may have been the longest journey yesterday - correct us if we're wrong!) But no matter where you came from, we truly enjoyed visiting with each and every one of you.

Pictured sitting here are Sharon, Sippy, and Bobby, who made the drive all the way from Mountainburg to try our famous sandwiches — and let us tell you, they were an absolute blast! Thank you for coming to see us!

We’ve also added some wonderful new items to the store from Potter Creations — including beautiful handcrafted walking sticks perfect for exploring our mountain trails, along with some really nice new t-shirts. Be sure to check them out on your next visit!

Have a great week, friends — and hopefully we’ll see you all again next Saturday at the Hollis Country Store!

📍 Located in the small mountain hamlet of Hollis, Arkansas — halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain on beautiful Scenic Highway 7.

🕙 Open Saturdays, 10 am – 5 pm

05/30/2026

Looking for the perfect Arkansas day trip today? Take the scenic drive through the mountains and come see us today at the historic Hollis Country Store!

We’ll be frying up our famous fried bologna sandwiches, serving homemade pie, and sharing the real, authentic country store traditions we’ve been carrying on since 1930.

There’s no better time to get out and explore Arkansas — and we’re right in the middle of some of the Natural State’s most beautiful places: the Ouachita National Forest, Hot Springs National Park, and Petit Jean Mountain — right here on Scenic Highway 7 in the small mountain hamlet of Hollis.

Slow down. Take the backroads. Soak in the mountain views. Grab a sandwich, a slice of pie, and a little taste of simpler times.

Open Saturdays only | 10 am – 5 pm

Come spend part of your Arkansas adventure with us — we’d love to see you! ❤️

05/29/2026

The best weekends include a visit to the Hollis Country Store…

✔️ Arkansas’s Best Bologna Sandwiches & Homemade Pies
✔️ Cold drinks for the road
✔️ Sweet treats & nostalgic candy
✔️ Moon Pies, saltwater taffy, peanut rounders & more
✔️ Unique gifts, shirts, stickers & old-fashioned country store charm

If your weekend plans include the mountains, the lake, or just getting away for a little while… stop in and treat yourself!

The Hollis Country Store is located on Scenic Highway 7, halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain. Open Saturdays only, 10 am - 5 pm.

05/28/2026

Explore the Area – Discover the Rugged Beauty of the Ouachitas! 🌲🥾

Looking to make a day of it? Hollis Country is the perfect place to unplug, explore, and experience some of Arkansas’s most breathtaking mountain scenery.

Take to the trails and discover the wild beauty of the Ouachitas:

🏔️ Ouachita National Recreation Trail – miles of stunning ridgelines, forests, and unforgettable mountain views

⛰️ Vista Point Trail to Flatside Pinnacle – a favorite local adventure leading to the top of Flatside Pinnacle, home to one of the most beautiful panoramic views in all of Arkansas

💧 Forked Mountain Falls Trail – a hidden gem leading to one of the area’s beautiful waterfalls

🌿 Hunt’s Loop Trail at Iron Springs Recreation Area – a peaceful woodland hike where towering pines, rocky terrain, and quiet beauty showcase the heart of the Ouachitas

Whether you're chasing mountain vistas, waterfalls, or simply a quiet walk through the woods, our corner of Arkansas has adventure waiting around every bend!

And while you’re out exploring… don’t forget to stop by and see us at Hollis Country Store! Grab a cold drink, an old-fashioned candy, a souvenir, or just enjoy stepping back into a simpler time.

🚗 Make a day of it — hike the trails, take in the views, and visit the Hollis Country Store!

📍 Located on Scenic Highway 7 in beautiful Hollis, Arkansas.

Open on Saturdays only, 10 am - 5 pm.

05/27/2026

One of our favorite parts of visiting the old Hollis Country Store as kids? Standing in front of the candy counter, trying to decide what treat to take home!

We’re proud to be carrying on that tradition today here at the Hollis Country Store. From chewy saltwater taffy and classic peanut rounders to Moon Pies and other old-fashioned favorites, we’ve got the kind of goodies that bring back memories with every bite.

These aren’t just candies… they’re little pieces of childhood, road trips, fishing trips, and Saturday afternoons gone by.

Whether you’re reliving old memories or introducing a new generation to the treats you grew up loving, you’ll find something sweet waiting for you here.

Because some things are just too good to leave in the past. 🍬❤️

Come see us in beautiful Hollis Country — where the candy jars are still full and the memories are still being made!

05/26/2026

One of the sweetest traditions at the historic Hollis Country Store has quickly become our homemade pies — all made from scratch each week by Gena right here at the store. Folks have been driving from hours away just to enjoy a slice (or two!) and spend a little time soaking in that old-fashioned country store atmosphere that’s getting harder and harder to find these days.

Every week the flavors may change a little, so be sure to watch our Facebook posts to see what pies we’ll be serving up each Saturday. Some of our regular favorites include coconut cream, chocolate, and peanut butter… and from time to time you might also find apple, custard, or buttermilk waiting in the pie case.

And trust us — they are all yum, yum good!! 😋

So make plans to come see us this Saturday, grab a slice of pie, and enjoy a little “Hollis Time” here in the Ouachita Mountains.

📍 Located in the small mountain hamlet of Hollis, Arkansas — halfway between Hot Springs National Park and Petit Jean Mountain.
🕙 Open Saturdays only | 10 AM – 5 PM

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2125 State Highway 7
Plainview, AR
72857

Opening Hours

10am - 5pm

Telephone

+15014402296

Website

http://experiencethenaturalstate.com/

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